Position Purpose:

As a Process Lead within the Mechanical Fabrication Department, your primary responsibility is to lead and optimize the manufacturing and fabrication processes. Your role entails overseeing and enhancing the efficiency, quality, and safety of production processes. You will work closely with the team to identify process improvements, implement best practices, and ensure that fabrication projects are executed seamlessly and in compliance with industry standards.

Your leadership will be instrumental in streamlining operations, reducing costs, and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement, ultimately contributing to the successful execution of live events and enhancing the overall audience experience.

2nd Shift - 10% shift premium

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead a small, diverse group of individuals with varying skills to completion of project goals by supporting team collaboration and cooperation
Organize and manage workflow to ensure team members understand their duties and delegated tasks
Answer technical questions from team members associated with manufacturing tasks.
Share skills and knowledge with others to help with department development. Assist with training employee within the department.
Read, understand, and utilize all mechanical drawings
Understanding of quality control processes for assigned product/element to support quality control of elements and/or design flaws by flagging areas not meeting specifications and addressing appropriately through rework or bringing to the attention of others. Make improvement suggestions
Maintain awareness of project schedules and deadlines for team; raise concerns and/or suggest adjustments in an effective and timely manner if deadlines and/or goals are in jeopardy
Interact with other departments as necessary to refine understanding of their needs and present suggestions, feedback, and progress reports
Independently complete complex projects with minimal guidance/supervision
Manage materials, prints and supplies and assign the teams for the projects
Ensure product labeling requirements are accurately executed
Perform required maintenance and upkeep on equipment
Take initiative to improve methodology and find solutions to boost productivity for department
Communicate with management on projects and team performance
Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment
Accurately capture all labor hours and material issuing in Epicor
Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required. Engage in training/development programs to enhance skills

Minimum Qualification:

4 years of mechanical or welding experience.
High School Degree or GED
Preferred experienced in Epicor, Slack, and Box.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs.
Must be able to carry 50 lbs.
Must be able to pull or push 50 lbs

Work conditions of the role are:

Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions.
Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, safety toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location.

TAIT Benefits:

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
Employer-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
Employer-paid Short-term with optional long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness stipends
Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
Paid vacation and 12 holidays

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Process Lead, Mechanical Fabrication - 2nd Shift